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Floss Your Teeth to Protect Your Heart

Suffering from heart flutter or irregular heart rate? Then start flossing. Poor gum health—known as gingivitis, caused by the P. gingivalis bacteria—is an unlikely cause of irregular heartbeat, or atrial fibrillation (AFib). When the gums become infected and bleed, the body’s inflammatory responses don’t always stay in the mouth. Instead,

Five Signs of a Healthy Mouth

A Quick Home Oral Health Check and What to Be On the Lookout For With just a few minutes of exploring your teeth, gums, tongue, and lips — as well as the lining of your cheeks – you could learn something important about your health. Here’s five signs of good

Dentists are Disease Detectives

Your Oral Health Speaks Volumes about Your Body Your mouth performs a range of important daily activities including eating, drinking, talking and smiling. But did you know that your mouth can also provide clues to other diseases? Dentists can act as disease detectives by simply examining your mouth, head, and

How to Overcome Dental Anxiety

If you feel anxious or afraid at the mere thought of going to the dentist, you should know that you’re not alone. More than 33% of Americans feel the same emotions about dentists. Often, people who suffer from dental anxiety or fear never go to the dentist and then are faced

The Mouth is the Mirror of Your Body’s Wellness

5 Ways Oral Hygiene May Save Your Life Did you know that some symptoms and signs of certain diseases will show in the mouth first? That means regular dental checkups can also serve as an early warning system to detect potential health issues! Research is unearthing evidence that says that

12 Significant and Quirky Facts That Make Flossing Essential!

How important is flossing in the health of your teeth? According to the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), flossing is the single most important weapon against plaque. In fact, it can be even more important than brushing (and takes less time!) when it comes to preventing tooth loss, cavities, and

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